It's an honor to have a personal smackdown from PG. I'm sure he's very smart, and I don't disagree with his observations, however the cheaper labor part was of

It's an honor to have a personal smackdown from PG. I'm sure he's very smart, and I don't disagree with his observations, however the cheaper labor part was offensive. That was basic "fuck you" to everybody of the non-founder class. And being rich/powerful certainly helps have people care what you have to say. You are very smart too -- if Viaweb had not succeeded as it had would people pay as much attention to you? Edit: In reflection my comment was not in the proper spirit of HN -- it was bitter and that's not needed here. It did get upvoted plenty though... Note to self: abandon any notion of ever applying to YC.